1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 276 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (263 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown Victoria | GTI |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
